Mozambique Backbone Transmission System Project

The Backbone project consists of a double transmission line from the Tete Province in Centre Mozambique to the capital Maputo in Southern Mozambique and the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) interconnected power network. It will transport the electricity generated in new hydro power plants from Mphanda Nkuwa (1 500 MW) and Cahora Bassa (North Bank, 1 245 MW) to the markets.

It will comprise a 400kV HVAC (High voltage alternative) line and a 800 kV HVDC (High voltage direct) line to supply the major consumption zones within Mozambique and link with the South African market. 

The Grant Operation will allow the execution of Consultancy services to accompany and support the Government of Mozambique in the start up of a new entity that shall handle all public shares in the power mega-projects now in preparation, by (i) reviewing incorporation options (legal and financial structures), (ii) establishing business plan, staffing and incorporating the new company and (iii) supporting the necessary fund raising.